CATIA
6.5#4 in simulation softwareFrom $6,537 a yearWebWindows
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What both publish
| Fact | CATIA | FreeTO |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CATIA supports imagining, designing, and simulating new products and systems. | FreeTO is open-source MATLAB code for initializing, optimizing, and post-processing free-form 3D topology optimization problems. |
CATIA plans
- CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription$6,537 a year
FreeTO plans
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Pick CATIA if…
CATIA suits design and engineering users who need parametric modeling for assemblies, sheet metal, or surfaces. It may also suit teams that need cloud collaboration through the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
Pick FreeTO if…
FreeTO suits MATLAB users working on free-form 3D topology optimization who can provide STL geometry and define loads, supports, and volume targets. It may also suit users who need topology outputs or optional STL export and are comfortable with its optimality-criteria optimizer.